Based out of Lethbridge, Alberta, New Heights Occupational Therapy offers compassionate, non-judgmental support for women at every stage of life, with a focus on pregnancy, postpartum, and parenting, including areas such as maternal mental health, breastfeeding, infant and child picky eating, toilet training, sensory issues, and more.
My vision is strong, confident, and fulfilled moms and women!
Are you struggling with the enormous transition into or through the many stages of motherhood? Are you experiencing anxiety, depression, rage or dealing with loss, burnout, or trauma? Maybe you're dealing with the loss of someone really special to you? Feeling bored and lacking meaning in your days as your children seem to need you less and less? Feeling overstimulated and exhausted without energy to do the things you love anymore? Are you finding it overwhelming parenting a child with medical or developmental challenges, ASD, ADHD, sensory issues? If this sounds like you,
Motherhood is filled with conflicting emotions, imbalanced hormones, changing routines, and massive physical, cognitive, emotional, and social shifts. Many new mamas struggle with postpartum depression, postpartum anxiety, and/or mourn the loss of their freedom and old identity.
We are here to support you through every step of your motherhood, from prenatal, postpartum, parenting, through to perimenopause! I specialize in wellness for both you and your baby or child - holistic support for your entire family to thrive and get back to living fully!
Welcome here
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How I can
Support for the mental health challenges of motherhood, addressing issues like trauma, anxiety, depression, rage, and burnout, with a focus on validation, skill building, and nervous system regulation.
Maternal mental health assessment & treatment
Customized evaluations, interventions, and support for children aged 0-17 in the areas of infant breastfeeding/bottle/solids, picky eating, toilet training, sensory regulation, neurodiversity, anxiety, and self-esteem.
Infant & child assessment and treatment
Mom and baby classes promoting maternal wellness and connections among new moms, featuring experts on postpartum health and child development.
Mom and baby group wellness classes
I am a dedicated and experienced maternal mental health occupational therapist with advanced training in Perinatal Mental Health Psychotherapy and over 25 years of experience working with children facing various medical and developmental challenges. My additional training in CBT, ACT, mindfulness, and Mom Parts IFS enables me to offer comprehensive support to moms and women.
My personal parenting journey did not start out with endless hours of gazing into my baby’s eyes and maternal bliss. I struggled HARD with breastfeeding and my unrealistic expectations of myself. I developed Postpartum Depression and Anxiety. It felt like I was walking through quicksand; no matter how hard I tried I couldn’t get on top of the exhaustion or overwhelm of caring for my baby.
The challenges I faced with inadequate care have fueled my dedication to supporting both new and experienced moms. I am devoted to offering compassionate, holistic support to guide you through the complexities of motherhood and rediscover the joy in your journey, so you don't have to go through what I did.
meet the mama behind new heights
Cindy
what new heights mamas are saying
Katlyn P, Postpartum Wellness client
Cindy has been a huge help and an important part of my mental health journey as a mom. I feel so much better in my daily life as a busy working mom of two. She is calming and offers great tools to better myself and finds what works best for me, not what works better for most people. Thank you Cindy for helping me feel and become a better mom and partner.
Vanessa P, mom of child with poor printing legibility
I brought my son for OT with Cindy and I could not be happier with her services. Not only did she make sure he was getting the help he needed, but he looked forward to their sessions. If anyone is looking for additional OT support for their kids, I highly recommend Cindy at New Heights.
Marina, Mom of child with constipation and fear of pooping due to pain
We are feeling a renewed sense of hope when it comes to tackling poops with our daughter, and we really appreciate your help! [After our first virtual call] I'm so happy to let you know that we had an effortless, tear free poop yesterday! Thank you from the bottom of my heart! [after trying the strategies I suggested for a few weeks]... It's been a complete change since we met with you and implemented the strategies. It's amazing!
Kelsie M, Mom and Baby Wellness participant
Cindy is the gift that all moms need in the early postpartum years. LOVED the small group atmosphere and various speakers. Invest in your wellness as a mom and see Cindy one on one or in a group, you won't be disappointed!
Ashley S, Postpartum Wellness Client
When I started working with Cindy almost everything in my life was turned upside down. I was suffering from post-partum depression, the ending of a major relationship, a major setback in my career, and the beginning of Covid-19. Cindy helped me remember my values and who I am at the core. I was able to tap into a lot of dreams and values I had forgotten about and start living with them in mind. I came full circle to the person I was always meant to be.
Michelle
Cindy showed my daughter ways to identify her emotions and coping strategies when she was struggling with hard emotions at school and home. We have used the things Cindy taught her to help our whole family communicate better. Would recommend Cindy to anyone!
Support for you AND your baby/child
NHOT offers holistic support for both moms and their babies or children, addressing a range of challenges from feeding and sleep to sensory regulation and neurodiversity, ensuring the well-being of the entire family.
Holistic Approach
NHOT focuses on improving overall wellness of mind, body and spirit with long-lasting changes by getting to the root of health concerns, enhancing self-awareness, and fostering self-compassion.
Connection & Fulfillment
By working with NHOT, you’ll gain a deeper understanding of yourself and your family dynamics, leading to increased energy, stronger connections with loved ones, and a more fulfilling engagement in your favorite activities.
When you work with New Heights
Moms deserve to thrive, not just survive.
Holistic, experienced support for you and your child.
Because you deserve to feel good and receive holistic support through the big seasons of change in your life. You were never meant to do it alone.
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To demonstrate my commitment to truth and reconciliation, I would like to acknowledge that I collaborate to provide services to children and their families on the traditional territories of the Blackfoot Nation. This includes the Siksika, Piikani, Kainai. Tsuu t’ina and Stoney Nakoda First Nations, as well as the Métis Nation (Region 3) and all people who make their homes in the Treaty 7 region of Southern Alberta.
